Human Research Protection Program

Welcome to the University of Kansas Human Research Protection Program!

Previously known as the Human Subjects Committee – Lawrence (HSCL), the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) at the University of Kansas is responsible for reviewing all human subjects research occurring at the Lawrence, Edwards and Juniper Gardens campuses. HRPP includes the administrative office and the Institutional Review Board (IRB) that reviews projects with greater than minimal risk.The HRPP staff works with the KU community and the IRB to ensure that legal and ethical requirements have been met to ensure the safety of all research participants. Please contact HRPP staff with any questions!

Sixteen Federal Departments and Agencies (including The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) have issued a revision to the Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Subjects. Check here for current updated information on what is needed from KU researchers.

Human Research Policy Updates

Please see the HRPP Policy Updates (PDF) to find information on policy changes that include the time permitted for clarifications requested for new studies and information on administratively closing lapsed studies.

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If you would like to be notified of important updates, changes, and other human subjects related information, subscribe to our newsletter! Send an email to irb@ku.edu and we will add you to the mailing list!